Destinations

River Cruising: What’s New in 2014

2014-01-08

The art of river cruising has evolved in surprising ways over the past few years and 2014 promises to bring even more pivotal changes. Cruise companies like Viking, AmaWaterways, Avalon, Uniworld, and A-ROSA have launched and will continue to christen a new generation of river cruisers, while many ships have been purpose-built to ply more […]

16 Ways To Find Your Vacation Boyfriend Or Girlfriend

2014-01-03

Vacations can save a failing relationship. They can prove that a strong relationship isn’t going to work. Or, they can ignite an entirely new and sizzling romance. Find a flirtatious fling on your next getaway. Read more

Beautiful Nighttime Photos

2013-12-27

From Tokyo to Ohio, these Instagram shots uploaded by T+L followers reveal how the world looks after dark. There’s a special energy that emanates from Hong Kong at night—and even residents like Ariel Lee can’t help feeling inspired. She recently posted a dreamy nighttime photo to her Instagram account, gushing, “So lucky to call this […]

Fun Facts About Santa’s Annual Sleigh Ride

2013-12-26

There might not be a traveler out there with as many miles under their belt as the man, the myth, the legend himself: Mr. Santa Claus. The jolly-spreading magical man (red) suits up every December 24th to deliver presents to all the good boys and girls around the world and although he can skip the […]

America’s Best Hotels for Christmas

2013-12-24

It’s the most wonderful time of the year to visit these hotels with over-the-top Christmas displays and events. There’s no place like home for the holidays—unless you can treat yourself to a hotel instead. The most festive hotels deck not only the halls, but just about anything else that gets in their way, with showstopping […]

Top 10 U.S. Spots to Visit in 2014

2013-12-23

Intrepid travelers need not leave the United States to find distinctive cities, spectacular open spaces and wide beaches to explore. Lonely Planet’s top 10 U.S. destinations for 2014 are all available without clearing customs, including long-beloved destinations, spots commemorating important events in 2014 and significant regional spots that deserve your attention. Read more

Christmas in London

2013-12-21

A dynamic city at any time of the year, London lights up with fun and festive activities for the holiday season. Ranging from enchanting and sophisticated to family-oriented and quirky, London’s annual holiday menu is full of exciting options. Read more

36 Hours in Kauai, Hawaii

2013-12-20

These days, Kauai sits firmly on the tourist radar, an indisputable rival of its famous neighbors, Oahu and Maui. But upon first glance at its unspoiled natural splendor, you’d never know it. A closer look at one of the oldest (geologically speaking) and arguably most beautiful of the major Hawaiian Islands reveals a blossoming culinary […]

10 Best Places to Spend Christmas 2013

2013-12-20

Any old city can string up a few lights downtown and call it a holiday celebration. From Finland to Mexico, Northern Lights to sunny skies, these places are doing Christmas better than the rest this year. Read more

Drawing Yourself Into the Scene

2013-12-18

On a sunny Saturday in early fall, a small group gathered for a Surrealist show at Cap de Creus, the craggy easternmost point of Spain where the artist Salvador Dalí had lived. The performers were wearing carnival-type costumes with black lace tutus and gold lamé gloves and were playing guitars and drums. They scrambled across […]